The flight distance from Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) in Hanoi, Vietnam to Nuku Hiva Airport (NHV) in Nuku Hiva Airport, French Polynesia is 12,836 kilometers (7,976 miles / 6,931 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying east at a heading of 90°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Vietnam with French Polynesia. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 12:59 in Hanoi, it's 20:29 in Nuku Hiva Airport. With a 16.5-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Nuku Hiva Airport (NHV) to Hanoi (HAN) follows a heading of 289° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) and Nuku Hiva Airport (NHV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.